A farmer-scientist interaction cum Swachha Bharat Abhiyan was organized at Mera Gaon Mera Gourav adopted remote village ‘Bhalan in the Garsa valley on 10th January 2016. Dr. Om Hari Chaturvedi Acting Head and Dr. Debabrata Sethi Scientist participated in the programme and discussed with farmers on various problems faced by them in the village with special reference to agriculture. The villagers were made aware about importance of cleanliness of dwelling place and surroundings. Swachhata Abhiyan was celebrated with cleaning of community ground in the village. Villagers participated the programme with great enthusiasm.